Senior Backend Engineer – Python & Java (Python Focus)

Nexaminds; México; A distancia; MXN 900.000 - 1.500.000; Jornada completa

Ventajas ofrecidas por este puesto de trabajo

Stock options

Remote work options

Flexible working hours

Benefits above the law

Mentorship and learning opportunities

Descripción de la vacante

Nexaminds is seeking a Senior Backend Engineer with strong Python skills and Java experience to design, build, and scale high-performance backend systems on Google Cloud Platform. The role is Python-first, with maintenance of existing Java services and modern API/data pipeline work.

You will leverage frameworks like FastAPI/Flask/Django, implement robust tests, and collaborate with product, data, and infra teams, while enabling AI/LLM integrations in a remote setup based in Mexico.

Formación

• 5-8+ years of professional backend engineering experience with strong Python development.
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Responsabilidades

• Design, build, and deploy scalable backend services, APIs, and data pipelines using Python on GCP.

Conocimientos

Python development

Java maintenance

REST APIs

Data pipelines

GCP expertise

AI/ML integration

Security mindset

Cloud-native

Microservices

English proficiency

Herramientas

FastAPI

Flask

Django

pytest

GitHub Copilot

Descripción del empleo

Unlock Your Future with Nexaminds!

At Nexaminds, we're on a mission to redefine industries with AI. We're passionate about the limitless potential of artificial intelligence to transform businesses, streamline processes, and drive growth.

Join us on our visionary journey. We're leading the way in AI solutions, and we're committed to innovation, collaboration, and ethical practices. Become a part of our team and shape the future powered by intelligent machines. If you're driven by ambition, success, fun, and learning, Nexaminds is where you belong.

Location: Remote, Mexico

Nexaminds is looking for a Senior Backend Engineer with strong expertise in Python and working experience with Java to design, build, optimize, and scale high-performance backend systems and cloud-native applications. The ideal candidate will be Python-first, with experience building modern backend solutions in Python and the ability to maintain and contribute to existing Java-based services in a Google Cloud Platform (GCP) environment. Experience with AI/LLM integrations is highly valued.

Requirements:

• 5-8+ years of professional backend engineering experience with strong Python development skills.
• Strong hands-on experience building scalable backend services, REST APIs, and data pipelines using Python.
• Professional experience with Java, with the ability to maintain, troubleshoot, and contribute to existing Java services.
• Experience with Python backend frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, or Django.
• Experience with testing frameworks such as pytest and building reliable, maintainable backend applications.
• Deep expertise with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-native architectures.
• Experience designing and maintaining microservices and distributed systems.
• Familiarity with Large Language Models (LLMs) and AI/ML backend integration patterns.
• Experience utilizing AI-assisted development tools such as GitHub Copilot to improve development efficiency and code quality.
• Strong Application Security (AppSec) mindset, with experience identifying and remediating codebase and dependency vulnerabilities.
• Excellent communication skills to collaborate effectively across cross-functional product, data, and infrastructure teams.
• Strong written and verbal English proficiency.

Job Duties:

• Design, build, and deploy scalable backend services, APIs, and data pipelines primarily using Python on Google Cloud Platform.
• Develop new backend capabilities using Python, while maintaining and enhancing existing Java services as needed.
• Work with Python frameworks, testing tools, APIs, and cloud services to deliver reliable and scalable backend solutions.
• Integrate AI/LLM capabilities into backend applications and support modern AI-driven workflows.
• Modernize and optimize cloud infrastructure, ensuring high availability, scalability, and reliability.
• Leverage GitHub Copilot and other AI-assisted development tools to improve engineering productivity and code quality.
• Proactively identify, prioritize, and remediate security vulnerabilities to ensure application safety and data protection.
• Conduct code reviews, promote best engineering practices, maintain high test coverage, and produce clear technical documentation.
• Collaborate closely with product, data, and infrastructure teams to deliver high-quality backend solutions.

What you can expect from us

Here at Nexaminds, we're not your typical workplace. We're all about creating a friendly and trusting environment where you can thrive. Why does this matter? Well, trust and openness lead to better quality, innovation, commitment to getting the job done, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness.

• Stock options
• Remote work options
• Flexible working hours
• Benefits above the law
• But it's not just about the work; it's about the people too. You'll be collaborating with some seriously awesome IT pros.
• You'll have access to mentorship and tons of opportunities to learn and level up.